Dangerous Church: Acts 6:1-8 Questions for Discussion and Reflection

Acts 6:1-7 is summed up with the phrase, “So the word of God spread” (“flourished”, HCSB). Compare this with Acts 12:24 and 19:20. Under what conditions did the preaching of the gospel flourish?

“Preaching” is a more accurate portrayal of the apostle’s ministry in Acts 6:7, than merely “word” or “message” (Acts 6:7, see www.mystudybible.com). What do the following Scriptures reveal about the importance of preaching?

Mark 1:38—

Mark 16:15—

Luke 4:43—

Romans 10:14-15—

2 Timothy 4:2—

Titus 1:9—

1 Thessalonians 2:13—

Hebrews 4:2—

Read Acts 6:3. What were the requirements of those called upon to resolve this conflict? Compare these requirements with 1 Timothy 3:8-13.

How did onlookers as well as those in the church respond to the apostle’s resolution to this conflict? (Acts 6:7)

What is God calling you (your family) to do in response to this study?